HP iPAQ 614c Business Navigator
HP has plenty of experience of manufacturing PDAs, but this is only its second ever attempt at producing a smart phone. Its previous offering was the 514 Voice Messenger, which was aimed squarely at the budget end of the market. This iPAQ 614c Business Navigator model is pricier at around £340 sim-free, but packs in more advanced features including HSDPA support and onboard GPS.
Strengths
In terms of size, the 614c is closer to a traditional PDA than a mobile phone. This has allowed HP to add a fairly large 71mm (2.8-inch) screen and to kit it out with a rather spacious keypad. The phone is aimed primarily at business users and as such, it needs to be able to stand up to some abuse. Thankfully, its sturdy construction gives you the impression that it could go 12 rounds with Tyson and come off none the worse for wear.